The Vertical Axis in a Graph

question 262

Multiple Choice

The vertical axis in a graph

• A) is named the y-axis.
• B) is named the x-axis.
• C) measures time in a cross-section and time series graph.
• D) has no origin.
• E) measures time only in a time series graph.

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Definitions:

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